Meet Five Women Leading the St. Louis Running Scene
Women are reshaping St. Louis’s running culture — from trail ultras and track meets to gear, races, and community.
Road-Tripping the Lewis and Clark Trail
A modern road trip along the Lewis and Clark Trail uncovers forts, mounds, river towns, and quiet surprises.
Your Adventure Guide to Pere Marquette State Park
Climb limestone, hike blufftop trails, spot bald eagles, and plan the perfect weekend escape at Illinois’ largest state park.
Missouri’s Best Wine Trails to Explore by Bike
With bike-friendly paths connecting wineries in and around Missouri, there’s never been a better time to explore the local wine scene.
Where to Cool Off: Top Swimming Holes in Missouri and Southern Illinois
From hidden gems to high-energy hotspots, here are the area’s best natural places to swim, float, and chill this season.
Do Missouri and Illinois Need Offices of Outdoor Recreation?
Last year's Gateway Outdoor Summit addressed a key issue: whether or not Missouri and Illinois should create offices of outdoor recreation.
Illinois Has a New Bouldering Gym
The Proving Ground Bouldering Gym in Bloomington, Illinois, is open in a new space with a complete redesign.
Here’s How to Become a Hiker in 2025
Debbie Njai, founder of the St. Louis-based hiking group Black People Who Hike, explains how to make 2025 the year you become a hiker.
We Tried Out a Fully Loaded Camper Van. Here’s What Happened.
It wasn’t too long ago that living in a van (down by the river) was the punchline of a joke. Now, Vandoit shows us a dream adventure vehicle that doubles as a home away from home.
Explore These 10 Great Climbing Spots in the Midwest
Explore these 10 top climbing spots in the Midwest.